Garapa Decking & Supplies
Also known as: Apuleia Leiocarpa, Brazilian Ash, Grapia, Amarealao, Marotoa, Muiratua, Muirajuba.
Garapa (also known as Apuleia Leiocarpa, Brazilian Ash, Grapia, Amarealao, Marotoa, Muiratua, Muirajuba) is one of the finest quality hardwoods available that features a fine-grained timber that is light yellow to a warm golden hue. Garapa is an exotic hardwood that is naturally resistant to rot, decay and insect attack. Garapa is naturally scratch resistant which allows the surface to remain smooth for many years, making Garapa an perfect wood for exterior decking. Garapa offers a 30+ year lifespan without preservatives! Our Garapa decking is responsibly harvested from managed forest to provide a truly renewable resource. Garapa is comparable to Ipe and is available at a fraction of the cost. We ship our Garapa decking products direct to your home or job site.
Garapa: Complex Color
Like most of our exotic hardwood decking options, Garapa is a photosensitive wood, meaning its color changes when exposed to light. This means Garapa will mature to a rich brownish color over time, making it a great alternative to Ipe or Cumaru in outdoor projects.
Garapa Deck Accessories
We carry everything you need to build your garapa deck: screws, plugs, spacers, and more!
See Our Complete Line of Deck AccessoriesStandard Garapa Decking
1 x 4 Garapa Wood Decking
1 x 6 Garapa Wood Decking
1 x 4 +Plus® Garapa Wood Decking (21mm x 4)
1 x 6 +Plus® Garapa Wood Decking (21mm x 6)
5/4 x 4 Garapa Wood Decking
5/4 x 6 Garapa Wood Decking
Pre-Grooved Garapa Decking
1 x 4 Garapa Wood Pre-Grooved Decking
1 x 4 Garapa One Sided Pre-Grooved Decking
1 x 6 Garapa Wood Pre-Grooved Decking
1 x 6 Garapa Wood One Sided Pre-Grooved Decking
1 x 4 +Plus® Garapa Wood Pre-Grooved Decking (21mm x 4)
1 x 4 +Plus® Garapa Wood One Sided Pre-Grooved Decking (21mm x 4)
1 x 6 +Plus® Garapa Wood Pre-Grooved Decking (21mm x 6)
1 x 6 +Plus® Garapa One Sided Pre-Grooved Decking (21mm x 6)
5/4 x 4 Garapa Wood Pre-Grooved Decking
5/4 x 4 Garapa Wood One Sided Pre-Grooved Decking
5/4 x 6 Garapa Wood Pre-Grooved Decking
5/4 x 6 Garapa Wood One Sided Pre-Grooved Decking
Tongue & Groove Garapa Decking
1 x 4 Garapa Wood T&G Decking
1 x 6 Garapa Wood T&G Decking
1 x 4 +Plus® Garapa Wood T&G Decking (21mm x 4)
1 x 6 +Plus® Garapa Wood T&G Decking
5/4 x 4 Garapa Wood T&G Decking
5/4 x 6 Garapa Wood T&G Decking
Garapa Deck Tiles
Garapa Advantage Deck Tiles® 20 x 20 - Smooth
Garapa Advantage Deck Tiles® 24 x 24 - Smooth
Garapa Dimensional Lumber
1 x 1 Garapa Wood
1 x 2 Garapa Wood
2 x 2 Garapa Wood
2 x 4 Garapa Wood
2 x 6 Garapa Wood
4 x 4 Garapa Wood
Garapa Railing
Garapa Post Cap 5.5" x 5.5"
Garapa Post Cap 7.25" x 7.25"
Garapa Post Cap 9.25" x 9.25"
4 x 4 Garapa Wood
5/4 x 4 Garapa Wood Decking
2 x 2 Garapa Wood
2 x 4 Garapa Wood
2 x 6 Garapa Wood
1 x 1 Garapa Wood
1 x 2 Garapa Wood
Garapa Trim
Anti-Slip Profiles
garapa Available As
Garapa Decking Sizes
Nominal Size | Actual Size (Imperial) | Actual Size (Metric) |
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1x4 | 0.75″ x 3.50″ | 19mm x 90mm |
1x5 | 0.75″ x 4.72″ | 19mm x 120mm |
1x6 | 0.75″ x 5.50″ | 19mm x 140mm |
1x4 +Plus® | 0.83″ x 3.50″ | 21mm x 90mm |
1x5 +Plus® | 0.83″ x 4.72″ | 21mm x 120mm |
1x6 +Plus® | 0.83″ x 5.50″ | 21mm x 140mm |
1x6 +Plus® XW™ | 0.83″ x 5.70″ | 21mm x 145mm |
5/4x4 | 1.00″ x 3.50″ | 25mm x 90mm |
5/4x5 | 1.00″ x 4.72″ | 25mm x 120mm |
5/4x6 | 1.00″ x 5.50″ | 25mm x 140mm |
5/4x8 | 1.00″ x 7.25″ | 25mm x 184mm |
5/4x10 | 1.00″ x 9.25″ | 25mm x 235mm |
5/4x12 | 1.00″ x 11.25″ | 25mm x 286mm |
2x2 | 1.50″ x 1.50″ | 38mm x 38mm |
2x4 | 1.50″ x 3.50″ | 38mm x 90mm |
2x6 | 1.50″ x 5.50″ | 38mm x 140mm |
2x8 | 1.50″ x 7.25″ | 38mm x 184mm |
2x10 | 1.50″ x 9.25″ | 38mm x 235mm |
2x12 | 1.50″ x 11.25″ | 38mm x 286mm |
3x4 | 2.50″ x 3.50″ | 64mm x 90mm |
3x6 | 2.50″ x 5.50″ | 64mm x 140mm |
3x8 | 2.50″ x 7.25″ | 64mm x 184mm |
3x10 | 2.50″ x 9.25″ | 64mm x 235mm |
3x12 | 2.50″ x 11.25″ | 64mm x 286mm |
4x4 | 3.50″ x 3.50″ | 90mm x 90mm |
6x6 | 5.50″ x 5.50″ | 140mm x 140mm |
Garapa Decking Profiles
A profile is the overall shape of a board when viewed from the end. It affects both the installation method and final appearance. Any profile can be combined with any edge bevel.
Profile | Description |
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Standard (S4S) |
A basic rectangular board. It is fastened by driving screws through the face. Wood plugs are often used to hide the screw heads. |
Pre-Grooved |
Grooved along one or both edges for use with hidden fastener systems. No screws show in the finished project. |
Tongue & Groove (T&G) |
A tongue on one edge and a groove on the other. The tongue of one board fits into the groove of the one next to it. Fasteners (nails or screws) are inserted through the tongues, so they are hidden in the finished project. |
Shiplap |
An overhang on one edge of the board that overlaps a recessed area on the board next to it. One fastener is driven through underneath this overlap, so it is hidden from view, but another fastener must be inserted above the overlap through the visible face of the board. The visible screw heads are often hidden with wood plugs. |
Rainscreen |
A combination of pre-grooved and shiplap. An overhang on one edge of the board overlaps a recessed area on the board next to it. Edges are grooved for use with hidden fasteners, so no screws show in the finished project. |
End-Matched | Boards are milled along all four edges instead of just the two long edges. This has a distinctive aesthetic effect, but also a practical one: end joints don’t have to land on a framing member (joist or furring strip), which results in fewer cuts, less wasted material, and a faster install. |
Deck Tile |
Prefabricated, modular tiles that don’t require framing. |
An edge bevel is a contour milled onto the edge of the board. It only affects the final appearance of the project, not the installation method. Any edge bevel can be combined with any profile.
Edge Bevel | Description |
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Square Edge | Boards fit together snugly with no bevel, creating a smooth surface. |
Nickel Gap | Boards edges have a rectangular bevel, which creates a narrow space at the joint, resulting in an aesthetic shadow line. |
V-Groove | Boards edges have an angled bevel, which creates a V-shaped channel at the joint. |
Random odd-length orders include odd length boards which are 5′–15′ long.
Standard random length orders include even & odd length boards which are 6′–18′ long.
Boards cut to specific lengths over 7′ will incur an additional upcharge:
- $0.10 per lineal foot for 8′–14′ lengths
- $0.80 per lineal foot for 15′–18′ lengths
- $1.00 per lineal foot for 19′–20′ lengths
We ship Garapa decking worldwide!
Tongue & Groove decking is for use under covered porches only.
All measurements are approximate and may vary slightly.
All prices are subject to change without notice.
Beware of Shady Sellers
Some unscrupulous lumber companies charge a premium, ship low-grade material, and source their wood from unethical mills. Here are some questions to ask when buying your lumber:
- Where is the material shipping from?
- Has the seller actually seen the wood they're selling?
- Can you visit their warehouse?
Our lumber is sustainably sourced directly from well managed forest and custom milled with our own machinery. We have a huge inventory that you’re welcome to visit any time, and we work with the wood ourselves, so we can guarantee its quality. We don’t charge extra insurance or packaging fees—we cover those for you!
In short, if a deal seems too good to be true, it probably is. Learn more about how to avoid bad lumber companies.
Gorgeous Golden Decking
In the hottest summer days, you’ll enjoy your deck with the enticing color of Garapa. Its golden tones create an amazing warm look that you can feel. Walk barefoot in summer, and relax on the outdoor oasis you have created.
What does Advantage Garapa give you?
- A unique one of a kind 100% natural golden color
- Security knowing your Garapa deck will be there for 30+ years
- The joy of going barefoot on a hot summer day without worry
- A place to call your own that makes your home warm, elegant, and inviting
Featured Project
Garapa Decking Provides the Perfect Outdoor Space
Check out one family's deck in San Clemente, California and you'll quickly discover why they chose to use Advantage Garapa™ decking. From its golden look to its low maintenance qualities, this deck will serve them and their children for many years to come.
Garapa Deck Calculator
Use this Deck Calculator to calculate the square footage of your deck into linear footage. For more on lumber sizing be sure visit our lumber sizes page.
Garapa Shipping Times
Area | Transit Time |
Northeast States | 1 to 3 days |
Southern States | 1 to 3 days |
Midwest States | 2 to 5 days |
West coast | 1 to 3 days |
European Countries | 3 weeks |
Shipping times may vary. Please call for exact shipping times and rates.
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